Drones

It wasn't until the middle of 2012 did drone toys become popular. With advancements in technology, such as lighter material, smaller and longer lasting batteries, motors, and GPS causes them to pop up everywhere. They are great for all ages. I remember my brothers getting some for Christmas, and they were excited to take them to our grandma's house. She has a big, open backyard with lots of area for them to explore. But they are also perfect for adults who are looking for a DIY project.

Before this class, when someone mentioned drones, these remote control toys with cameras attached were what I commonly thought of. And i associated them with fun memories of my brothers have fun with their toys. But since taking this class, my idea of what a drone is and who it affects have changed. I really enjoyed watching the drone documentary. I think that it contained a lot of information that it not always understood. One of the quotes that impacted to me was along the lines of "Someone can kill millions of people without ever having touched the ground." This connects the idea that drones combine aerial and remote sensing. It was interesting to listen to perspective of those who fight wars operating the drones. They sit in a dark bunker, lite by the screens that they use, and when they are commanded to shoot they shoot. But as pointed out, this can have psychological affects on them realizing they are killing potentially innocent people. But due to contracts signed, they have to shoot and trust that the person they are killing is the one they wanting to kill.